The Definition of Love

Despite the Pope excommunicating Henry, the Reformation continues. Sir Thomas Cromwell is tasked to make the king and the Reformation more popular and he uses plays to achieve this goal. Henry has nightmares featuring Thomas More and Anne Boleyn becomes increasingly insecure as Henry continues to have affairs.

Quotes (4)

Queen Anne: You told me, you always told me that we should be truthful with each other. You said it was the definition of love.
King Henry: Then here's the truth. You must shut your eyes and endure, like your betters have done before you.
Queen Anne: How can you say that to me? Don't you know I love you a thousand times more than Katherine ever did.
King Henry: And don't you know that I could drag you down as quickly as I raised you. Tis lucky you have your bed already, Madam, because if you did not, I would not give it to you again.

King Henry: Chapuys, I promise you that I am going to make such a Reformation in this kingdom that I shall be remembered eternally, throughout all Christendom.
Ambassador Chapuys: I have no doubt whatsoever that Your Majesty's reign will always be remembered.

George Boleyn: What in God's name is that?
Thomas Cromwell: It's called a printing press, my lord, and it will change the world.

Jane: You do love me, don't you George?
George Boleyn: Of course I love you, I married you, didn't I?

Notes (2)

This episode is rated TV-MA for rape, nudity, violence and adult content.

Original International Air Dates:
Greece: July 7, 2008 on Mega
Germany: January 7, 2009 on ProSieben
Switzerland: March 31, 2010 on SF1
Slovakia: April 15, 2011 on Doma